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Holiday Hazards For Pets

When the holiday season sets in, there will be a lot going on in your household. From the decorations put up to the toys that are played with, there are many dangers to dogs and other pets that are lurking in your home. Holiday Plants Holiday plants are a fun way to decorate and may your home more cozy and … Read More

Separation Anxiety? How to Train Your Dog to Be Alone

As much as we love our dogs, we need to leave them alone sometimes. For some dogs, this triggers separation anxiety, and the anxiety that it causes may show itself in a number of unhealthy behaviors. Fortunately, there are some things you can do to make your dog feel more at ease when you leave so that he does not … Read More

How Do I Keep My Dog From Chasing Wheels?

Dogs have been domesticated to become our best friends, but they still possess instincts from their time in the wild. One of these instincts is called “prey drive,” which compels them to chase fast-moving animals or objects. For some, this manifests itself when they chase wheels, such as trying to catch bicycles, motorcycles, vehicles, or other objects that possess them. … Read More

Why Is My Dog Anxious In The Car?

While some dogs absolutely love car rides and can’t wait to go, others experience anxiety when it comes time to hit the road. Your dog may show signs of anxiety by barking, drooling, pacing or whining every time they hop into the car. Although this can be frustrating for dog owners and even dangerous at times, there are things you … Read More

Misusing Muzzles

A muzzle exists for the sole purpose of protection. It helps prevent dogs from biting people and other animals, and it subsequently protects the dog from suffering any repercussions as a result of their bite. However, a muzzle only works when it is being used properly. When Are Muzzles Used? Some people tend to dismiss muzzles as something only “bad dogs” … Read More

How to Solve Your Dog Barking At Noises

All dogs bark once in a while, but if you find that your dog continually barks at noises that it hears, you will need to take steps to prevent this behavior. When a dog is barking at noises all the time, it will be very stressful for you and the dog. Luckily there are many steps you can take to … Read More

Which German Shepherd Temperament is Right for You?

Like all dogs, German Shepherds are individuals with their own unique personalities. In order to get the most out of having one in your family, it is important to make sure that their temperament (their personal traits and natural predisposition) is compatible with you and your needs. Follow these tips, and you’ll be able to answer the question, “Which German Shepherd temperament … Read More

Benefits of Taking Your Dog To Obedience Training

We know how challenging it is to try to train a dog who just loves to misbehave. And we also know that many dogs could use some extra work on their etiquette and overall manners. Then there are the dogs who only get into trouble once in a while. Something usually sets them off, like a darting rabbit. If you’ve ever … Read More

What is Schutzhund Training?

Schutzhund is a German word meaning protection dog. Schutzhund Training refers to a sport that focuses on developing and evaluating those traits in dogs that make them more useful and happier companions to their owners. Schutzhund work concentrates on three parts. Many familiar with the obedience work of the American Kennel Club’s affiliates will recognize the first two parts, tracking … Read More

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Schutzhund Training Commands Common Schutzhund Training Commands, their proper pronunciation and their meaning in English. German Pronunciation English Achtung! (Ahk-toong’) Watch! Attention! Aus! (Ows) Out! Drop It! Let Go! Bleib! (Blibe) Stay! Bring! (Brring) Fetch! Fass! (Fahs) Attack! Take hold! Fuss! (Foos) Heel! Gib Laut! (Gib Lawt) Bark! Hier! (Heer) Here! Come! Hopp! (Hup) Up! Jump! Nein! (Nine) No! Pass auf! … Read More